Installation Instructions

Valid License Required to Complete

CakeBoss System Requirements:

  • Internet Connection for installation (Broadband is best – Dialup users may need to purchase an installation CD).  You do NOT need an internet connection to run CakeBoss, only to install and receive updates.
  • Windows 2000, XP, Vista, or Windows 7
  • Internet Explorer as your default browser
  • Your computer must be up to date on all Microsoft Critical Updates
  • .NET Framework 2.0 or 3.5 (This is an optional Microsoft Update that many people already have installed)
  • 80 megs hard drive space

Before you install CakeBoss, make sure your computer is ready!

  1. Set Internet Explorer to be your default browser.  If you always use IE, it's still a good idea to check. (If you use a different browser, you can go back to using it after installation is complete.) To change IE to default browser, open IE and click Tools -> Internet Options -> Programs -> Check box to tell IE to check. Then restart IE. Watch a video:  How to check for default browser. (0:28)
  2. Checkto make sure you have all Microsoft’s latest high priority updates.   Go to Microsoft Windows Update Service and click the “Express” button. Download and install all high priority updates.  If you have all your high priority updates, your screen will look like this.
      Watch a video:  How to check for express (high priority) updates. (1:10)
  3. Install Microsoft Report Viewer directly from Microsoft (click the 'Download' button here)
  4. Now you're ready for CakeBoss!  Go to the installation page and click 'Install', then 'Run'.  Agree to all terms.  When CakeBoss asks for a license key, copy and paste the key you received with your purchase in your welcome email.


    5. Important: If your installation fails with a SQL Server 2008 error, download SQL Server 2008 directly from Microsoft by going to Microsoft SQL Express Installation and pressing the big gray 'Install It Now!' button.  Then repeat step #4. 

Are you having trouble installing?

Don't get frustrated - we're here to help!  We can solve the vast majority of installation problems quickly by email or remote assistance.  Please email support@cakeboss.com with the exact details of your error or problem, and we promise a response within 24 hours.